If you LOVE it, keep doing it, over and over
In 2018 when I won my first Grammy Award for a song I did on Jay-Z and Beyonce's album "The Carters", I was blown away, yet curious...
What was I curious about?
I asked myself a serious question...
"How did I get here?"
Years ago when I started making beats and started to take my career seriously, I had no idea how I would achieve such a thing..
A Grammy win?? Let alone a nomination..
10 years prior to this Grammy Win (2008) I was experiencing those first feelings of potential success.
Around this time I just started to work with 50 Cent and G-Unit (I even signed a management deal with them that most people don't know about!)
This was when G-Unit was literally on top of the world. Millions of records sold.
I thought this was it. I thought this was how I was going to take my career to the next level, win Grammys and financially set myself up for LIFE.
Those things never happened..
Although working with G-Unit at the time was incredible and I learned so much and met so many amazing people, it wasn't the "Grammy moment" or "insane life changing moment" I thought it would instantly be..
Instead, it was an era that inspired me to step outside of the box and try new things.
Over the years after 2008, I would go on to do many things.
A LOT of trying, doing, experimenting and thinking outside of the box.
"Blap-Kits" were born in 2012 (before the drum-kit boom) and appeared on almost every commercially released album since (and still are to this day).
My producer podcast was born soon after in 2013.
I started engaging more with the producer community and did beat critiques and meet-ups (before meet-ups were cool.. back then, you were "weird" for meeting up with your supporters).
In 2015 I built a studio in Brooklyn, NY and it was home to some of the greatest music I've made in that time.
Every single day I would go to my studio in Brooklyn and from 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM I would do one thing.. non stop.....
Create full beats, melodies and loops.
I averaged about 10 beats/loops per day.
Hundreds per month.
For 2 years straight.
Those ideas I made ended up becoming some of my greatest songs and placements.
The Jay-Z/Beyonce song that won me a Grammy was from a melody I composed and sent to Boi-1da.
The rest was history.
What did I learn in all of this?
Repetition and consistency are the key to unlocking the unknown.
My unknown was a Grammy (amongst many other things).
There is something to be said about REPETITION and the act of doing something, repeatedly, over and over and over, even if people think you are weird or crazy.
In fact, if people DON'T think you're weird or crazy, you're probably not doing enough.
In the years since, I've built multiple businesses (even my own PLUG-INS), gotten placements off of my own beats, loops, and visa versa (10 Grammy nominations and 2x Grammy Wins).
My 2nd Grammy win was a Latin Grammy with Nathy Peluso for a song called "Sana Sana".
God's plan.
All a result of this following:
1. REPETITION
2. BELIEF IN MYSELF
3. OTHER PEOPLE THINKING I'M "WEIRD"
4. TIME
"Weird" is a strong word. I look at it as another way of saying "Unique".
We are all UNIQUE in our own way.
The question is: Are you willing to tap into your "uniqueness" with full confidence and repetition?
I hope so.
I believe greatness can be achieved by simply applying this philosophy.
It doesn't matter what it is.
It doesn't matter who it's with, or why you do it.
If it feels good, if you believe in it, if you're not hurting anyone during the process and if you experience absolute JOY, then keep doing it.
Over and over and over and over again.
Something cool might happen....
- Illmind
Ramon "!llmind" Ibanga Jr. is a 2x Grammy Winning/10x Grammy Nominated multi-platinum music producer who's worked with artists such as Kanye West, J Cole, Drake, Kendrick Lamar, Beyonce & Jay-Z, Future, Lil Uzi Vert, Romeo Santos, Lin Manuel Miranda (Hamilton + Moana) 2 Chainz & many more. He is the founder of "Blap-Kits", a series of "beat-making" tools available for music producers which eventually helped pioneer the now multi-million dollar per year "drum kit & sound pack" industry. As a consistent advocate and voice in the music production world, his weekly podcast "Illmind Put The Loop On" boasted a die-hard music producer driven following, including industry special guests such as Boi-1da, Murda Beatz, Ryan Leslie, Russ, Brian Michael Cox and many more. He is also known for traveling to various cities, bringing together up-coming music creators in "secret studio locations" to network, vibe, play music & engage in their creative community. In 2021, Illmind introduced a new side to his business by engaging with WEB3. He released the first ever "sample pack NFT" which sold for 4.5 ETH ($9,000 at the time) and sent a shockwave in the industry, built a metaverse recording studio (for VR meet ups) and launched his coveted pfp project Squad Of Knights NFT, boasting collectors/members such as Gary Vee, Rob Markman, Altcoin Daily and many web2/web3 industry vets.
GET ALL OF MY DRUM-KITS, LOOPS AND SOUNDS:
DRUM KITS + LOOPS: https://blapkits.com/
PLUG-INS: https://enrichaudio.com
MASTER CLASS: https://www.mindofawolf.com/
DISCOGRAPHY: https://genius.com/artists/Llmind
LOOP AUCTION: https://www.bidloops.com
STEPS TO RECOVER STOLEN CRYPTO CURRENCY > CONTACT FUNDS RETRIEVER ENGINEER
My name is Clara Bennett, and I almost let cryptocurrency destroy me. Two years ago, after selling my green e-commerce startup, I plunged headfirst into the crypto world. yield farming , I was all in. I believed I wasn’t just investing; I was participating in the next great technological revolution. Within months, my portfolio skyrocketed to $200,000. I even started sketching ideas for a blockchain-based microloan platform to empower small entrepreneurs around the world. Crypto felt like pure freedom and limitless potential. I thought I was untouchable. I thought wrong. It happened through a single email. It looked like a standard security update from my wallet provider polished, routine, and harmless. I interacted with it briefly, thinking it was legitimate. Hours later, I checked my account and realized my entire wallet had been drained. Every token, every coin, gone. I sat there in disbelief, replaying the moment over and over. I had built my career on being cautious with technology, yet somehow, I had still been compromised. The blockchain’s promise of “irreversible transactions” now felt like a cruel joke .Devastated and desperate, I scoured forums for solutions. Most people told me there was no hope once crypto is gone, it’s gone. Still, I refused to give up. That’s when I stumbled across FUNDS RETRIEVER ENGINEER . I decided to reach out. From the beginning, they were empathetic, and honest about the challenges. They explained their process step-by-step, focusing on tracing transactions, tracking down phishing operators, and leveraging advanced blockchain analytics. It wasn’t an overnight fix. It took weeks of meticulous investigation, technical recovery work, and legal coordination .But in the end, their persistence paid off. FUNDS RETRIEVER ENGINEER was able to trace the stolen funds across multiple wallets and exchanges. Through a combination of technical expertise and strategic action, they managed to recover the full amount I had lost. Today, my crypto portfolio is intact once again. More importantly, I’ve regained my confidence though I am now much wiser and far more cautious. I learned the hard way that while crypto offers incredible opportunities, it also demands extreme vigilance. Thanks to FUNDS RETRIEVER ENGINEER , I recovered my lost funds and also reclaimed my future in the digital economy.
For help
W H A T S A P P: +1 8 0 2 9 5 2 3 4 7 0
EmaIL F U N D S R E T R I E V E R [@] E N G I N E E R. C O M
OR S U P P O R T @ F U N D S R E T R I E V E R [@] E N G I N E E R. C O M WEBSITE https://fundsretrieverengineer.comI was one of many unfortunate victims scammed by a fraudulent cryptocurrency lending platform. Everything seemed legitimate at first slick marketing, a polished website, and fake testimonials that gave us confidence. But soon after collecting $250,000 from trusting investors, the platform suddenly shut down without warning. It was devastating. Most of us thought we had lost our money forever, and the emotional and financial toll was overwhelming. I live in Chicago, and even from here, it felt like there was no way to get justice for something that happened online and across borders. Just when all hope seemed lost, I came across RAPID DIGITAL RECOVERY. From the moment I reached out, their team was professional, responsive, and genuinely empathetic. They didn’t make empty promises they explained their process, kept communication clear and consistent, and went straight to work. Their assist in tracking digital transactions, even across obscure blockchain paths, was nothing short of impressive. In just a few days, they were able to trace the movement of the stolen funds and successfully recover an incredible $220,000. I couldn’t believe it. But they didn’t stop there. They collaborated with cybersecurity experts, and provided everything needed to local authorities which ultimately led to the arrest of those behind the scam. The emotional relief of recovering a significant portion of our funds and seeing justice served is something I can’t put into words. RAPID DIGITAL RECOVERY didn’t just help us financially they restored our trust and gave us closure. In a space as risky and unregulated as cryptocurrency, having a team like this on your side is priceless. I can honestly say RAPID DIGITAL RECOVERY are true heroes in the world of crypto recovery. They didn’t just fix the problem they went above and beyond to make sure the criminals faced real consequences. If you ever find yourself in a similar situation, don’t hesitate. These are the experts you want in your corner.
REACH OUT TO THEM VIA:
Whatsapp: +1 4 14 80 71 4 85
Email: rapiddigitalrecovery(@)execs. com
Telegram: https:// t. me/ Rapiddigitalrecovery1
Earlier this year, I fell victim to a devastating cryptocurrency scam that cost me $79,000 worth of Dogecoin (DOGE). I met a scammer through a Telegram investment group—a woman named “Clara” who posed as an experienced crypto broker. She shared impressive-looking client testimonials and promised a 35% return in just seven days. Her website looked professional, and despite my initial doubts, I eventually transferred 500,000 DOGE, worth about $79,000 at the time.
For the first week, everything looked fine—the trading platform showed my balance growing steadily. But when I tried to withdraw my funds, I was told I needed to pay a $12,000 “withdrawal fee.” Clara reassured me this was standard and fully refundable, so I paid it. Unfortunately, that was just the beginning. More unexpected charges followed: a tax clearance fee, a network fee, a security deposit. Before I knew it, I had lost an additional $8,000.
I was crushed—emotionally and financially. My savings were gone, and I blamed myself for ignoring the red flags. A friend eventually suggested I reach out to PRO WIZARD GILBERT RECOVERY, a company known for helping scam victims recover stolen cryptocurrency.
Although I was skeptical, I was also desperate. I contacted them and provided every detail I could: wallet addresses, transaction history, chat logs—everything. Their team got to work right away. Using advanced blockchain tracking techniques, they traced the stolen DOGE, identified the scammer’s wallet, and worked with relevant authorities to freeze the funds before they were moved any further.
Throughout the process, they kept me informed and reassured. After days of relentles
s effort, PRO WIZARD GILBERT RECOVERY successfully recovered the majority of my stolen Dogecoin. Their professionalism, expertise, and transparency turned what felt like a hopeless situation into a story of redemption.
If you’ve been a victim of crypto fraud, I highly recommend contacting them:
Email: Email: pro wizard gilbert recovery (@) engineer. com
WhatsApp: +1 (920) 408‑1234
Telegram: https://t.me/Pro_Wizard_Gilbert_Recovery
My name is Winifred Ethan and for months, I lived in agony after losing my entire crypto portfolio worth $650,000 in USDT to a group of sophisticated online fraudsters.What I thought was a legitimate investment opportunity turned out to be an elaborate crypto manipulation scheme, leaving me devastated. But thanks to Washington Recovery Pro, a top-tier crypto recovery firm, I got my funds back. Here’s my story. It started when I joined a private Telegram group called Elite Crypto Investors.The admins claimed to have insider knowledge of low cap altcoins poised for massive pumps. They presented convincing charts, fake testimonials, and even video calls with successful traders who had supposedly made millions.Trusting their expertise, I transferred 650,000 USDT to a wallet they controlled, believing it would be used for a high yield, short-term trade. At first, they sent small profits to build trust. But when I tried withdrawing my full amount, they froze my access, deleted the group, and vanished.I reported the scam to authorities, but crypto transactions are nearly impossible to reverse without expert intervention. After weeks of research, I found Washington Recovery Pro, a firm specializing in blockchain forensics and asset recovery. They deployed advanced chain analysis tools to track my stolen USDT across Ethereum, Binance Smart Chain, and Tron networks. They identified the scammers’ exit points where they tried to cash out through offshore exchanges.Using their legal network, they froze the funds before the criminals could liquidate them. Within 7 days, they recovered 92% of my stolen USDT a staggering $598,000 and returned it to my secure wallet. Today, I’m forever grateful to Washington Recovery Pro for their skill and dedication. If you’ve been scammed, don’t lose hope professional recovery is possible.
Telegram-https://t.me/Washingtonrecoverypro
Email-WashingtonRecoveryPro@engineer.com
WhatsApp-+1 (903) 249‑8633
My name is Winifred Ethan and for months, I lived in agony after losing my entire crypto portfolio worth $650,000 in USDT to a group of sophisticated online fraudsters.What I thought was a legitimate investment opportunity turned out to be an elaborate crypto manipulation scheme, leaving me devastated. But thanks to Washington Recovery Pro, a top-tier crypto recovery firm, I got my funds back. Here’s my story. It started when I joined a private Telegram group called Elite Crypto Investors.The admins claimed to have insider knowledge of low cap altcoins poised for massive pumps. They presented convincing charts, fake testimonials, and even video calls with successful traders who had supposedly made millions.Trusting their expertise, I transferred 650,000 USDT to a wallet they controlled, believing it would be used for a high yield, short-term trade. At first, they sent small profits to build trust. But when I tried withdrawing my full amount, they froze my access, deleted the group, and vanished.I reported the scam to authorities, but crypto transactions are nearly impossible to reverse without expert intervention. After weeks of research, I found Washington Recovery Pro, a firm specializing in blockchain forensics and asset recovery. They deployed advanced chain analysis tools to track my stolen USDT across Ethereum, Binance Smart Chain, and Tron networks. They identified the scammers’ exit points where they tried to cash out through offshore exchanges.Using their legal network, they froze the funds before the criminals could liquidate them. Within 7 days, they recovered 92% of my stolen USDT a staggering $598,000 and returned it to my secure wallet. Today, I’m forever grateful to Washington Recovery Pro for their skill and dedication. If you’ve been scammed, don’t lose hope professional recovery is possible.
Telegram-https://t.me/Washingtonrecoverypro
Email-WashingtonRecoveryPro@engineer.com
WhatsApp-+1 (903) 249‑8633
Leave a comment